Academic Operations Specialist — Hybrid (40h)

Randstad USA; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 37,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Benefits package

Job summary

Randstad USA is seeking an Academic Generalist to support higher education operations in Washington, D.C. This contract role is hybrid (3 days on-campus, 2 days remote) with a 40-hour workweek.

The position emphasizes coordinating course schedules, onboarding faculty, planning campus events, and handling financial/Admin tasks, starting with 2–5 years of relevant experience. The role offers a stable, contract engagement with regular hours (8 AM–5 PM) and a Bachelor's degree requirement.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of administrative experience; higher education or academic administration preferred.
• Assignment duration: 2–3 month contract.
• Schedule: Hybrid structure (3 days on-campus, 40 hours/week) with event flexibility.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage course schedules for departments and programs.
• Facilitate hiring, onboarding, and class assignments for faculty and collegian staff.
• Plan and execute logistics for campus events and guest lectures.
• Handle daily financial operations, PO workflows, and expense reimbursements.
• Provide daily administrative support across the academic portfolio.

Skills

Ordering supplies

Vendor management

Event logistics

Administrative duties

Education

Bachelor's

Job description

Randstad USA is seeking an Academic Generalist to support higher education operations in Washington, D.C. This contract role is hybrid (3 days on-campus, 2 days remote) with a 40-hour workweek.

The position emphasizes coordinating course schedules, onboarding faculty, planning campus events, and handling financial/Admin tasks, starting with 2–5 years of relevant experience. The role offers a stable, contract engagement with regular hours (8 AM–5 PM) and a Bachelor's degree requirement.